The apostle John wrote about his vision from Jesus: I saw a new heaven and a new earth. ... God will make his home among his people. He will wipe all tears from their eyes, and there will be no more death, suffering, crying, or pain. These things of the past are gone forever.

James - an early Christian teacher - wrote: God will bless you, if you don't give up when your faith is being tested. He will reward you with a glorious life, just as he rewards everyone who loves him.